2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic that features unique throwback design cues has been launched. Powered by the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine, 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic may develops 376 horsepower (280 kW) and 410 lb.-ft. of torque (556 Nm).

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic gets 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds acceleration time and priced at 34,005 USD.

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic comes with a Hemi Orange paint finish, functional dual hood scoops, a 6-speed manual transmission, and a performance-tuned dual exhaust system with “low restriction” bottle resonators.

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2009 Dodge Challenger

The whole 2009 Dodge Challenger model line-up had been introduced by Chrysler LLC at the 2008 New York Auto Show today. There will be two other models alongside the SRT8: the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T and the 2009 Dodge Challenger SE. The price for 2009 Dodge Challenger will start in the low $20,000 range.

Powered by a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 engine, the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 may develops 425 hp at 6200 rpm and 569 Nm of torque at 4800 rpm. With this powerful engine, the car may reaches 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

Meanwhile, the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T develops 370 hp at 5800 rpm and 540 Nm of torque at 4200 rpm since it’s powered by a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine.

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Dodge Challenger SRT8 2008

The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 marks the return of the Challenger muscle car which has been absent from Dodge’s lineup for 35 years.

“The all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8 is engineered to give customers everything they want in a modern muscle machine,” said Mike Accavitti, Director – Dodge Brand and SRT Global Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “The new version of Dodge’s American classic boasts tire-smoking performance and head-turning design while offering a wide array of state-of-the-art technology, such as GPS navigation, ‘Keyless Go’ entry, a MyGIG™ infotainment system and UConnect hands-free communication.”

Power for the Dodge Challenger SRT8 comes from a front mounted 6.1 litre HEMI V8 engine which manages to produce 425 bhp @ 6200 rpm, and 420 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque @ 4800 rpm. The engine is connected to a five speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels.

The Dodge Challenger uses Chrysler’s LX platform also found in the Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300C sedans, but with a decidedly more sporty exterior design and dimensions which help disguise its ample overall size.

The exterior of the production Dodge Challenger has remained relatively faithful to the design of the original concept Dodge Challenger from 2006, with just a few minor tweaks and details altered including the addition of a black lip spoiler under the front bumper, the removal of the Dodge crosshair grille, repositioning of the side indicators, repositioned fuel filler, redesigned taillights and a small matt-black rear spoiler.

Dodge will offer the limited-edition 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 in three colors: HEMI Orange, Bright Silver Metallic and Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat. Each two-door, rear-wheel-drive coupe will be produced with a numbered dash plaque and carbon fiberlike hood stripes.

Inside the 2008 Dodge Challenger many of the components are borrowed from the Charger and other Chrysler models, and the design has obviously been compromised in order to come in on budget.

Performance targets for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 are impressive, and include a 0–60 mph time in the low 5-second range, 0–100–0 mph in less than 17 seconds, a ¼-mile elapsed time of less than 14 seconds, 60–0 mph braking distance of approximately 100 feet, and a skid pad performance of 0.88 g.